Local Obituaries for Berks, Bucks, Lehigh and Montgomery Counties
James "Jimmy" Bartholomew
Dec 22, 2025
James "Jimmy" Bartholomew, of Hereford, passed away at home surrounded by his family on December 22, 2025 after battling a long illness. He was the son of the late Richard and Grace (Stevens) Bartholomew.
A 1971 graduate of Upper Perk High School, Jimmy dedicated his working life to Lehigh Valley Dairies, where he thrived in various roles before retiring after 33...
Emily R. Kistler
Dec 20, 2025
Emily Ruth Kistler, 79, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Atria Park of Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Emily was born on November 6, 1946, to Winnie Florence Kistler (Greulich) and Dr. William Stephen Kistler in Allentown, PA. She grew up in Zionsville, PA, graduated from Emmaus High School in 1964, and from Sarah Lawrence College in 1968, where Modern...
Susan Rose Harpel
Dec 18, 2025
Susan Rose (Bauman) Harpel, age 74, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Sellersville, PA, to the late Forrest H. and Rose (Duka) Bauman. Susan spent her life bringing joy and beauty to those around her.
Susan was a 1969 graduate of Upper Perkiomen High School. She loved being involved in tennis...
Joseph G. Shosh
Dec 12, 2025
Joseph G. Shosh, 82, formerly of Red Hill, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, at Mount Carmel Senior Living where he had been residing. Born in Mount Carmel, PA, he was the son of the late Gaza and Mary (Galley) Shosh. He was the loving husband of the late Eva A. (Fantini) Shosh with whom he was married for...
Jesse D. Hasson
Dec 12, 2025
Jesse D. Hasson, formerly of Perkiomenville and a resident of Frederick Living, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Mont Clare, PA, to the late Albert and Mina (Sheeler) Hasson, Jesse lived a life full of purpose and left a profound impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.Jesse was a...
Judy A. Walczak
Dec 12, 2025
Judy A. Walczak, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Beulah (MacDonald) Williams. She is survived by her devoted husband, Edward Walczak, with whom she shared a loving marriage for 44 wonderful years, and her cherished daughter, Stephanie...
Blaine C. Hurrey
Dec 12, 2025
Blaine C. Hurrey, a beloved son, father and friend, passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 54. Born in Lansdale, PA, Blaine was the beloved son of Joanne (Keniston) Hurrey of East Greenville and the late Richard Hurrey; and father to Jaiden Hurrey.Blaine graduated from Upper Perk High School in 1990 and dedicated his working career to various...
Robert C. Ernst, Sr.
Dec 11, 2025
Robert C. Ernst Sr., of Norristown, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Ashland, PA, Robert was the son of the late Edward and Bessie (Starr) Ernst.
Robert was a devoted husband to Kathryn P. Ernst for 63 cherished years before her passing in 2023. Their enduring love was an inspiration to all who...
Doris Mae Bieler
Dec 6, 2025
Doris Mae Bieler, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at the age of 92. Born to the late Harry and Helen (Maute) Hoffman, Doris lived a life filled with love, dedication, and caring for those around her.
Doris was a proud graduate of the former Pennsburg High School and went on to marry the love of her life, Frederick J....
Linda Wood
Dec 5, 2025
Linda Louise Wood, 76, of Pennsburg, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, December 5, 2025 at her home. She was the beloved wife of the late Harry Charles Wood II.Linda was born at Bethesda Naval Base to the late Robert Lee McCreary and Nancy Hoover (Dellinger) McCreary, of Zieglerville, PA. She was a graduate of Albert Einstein High...
Debra Detweiler
Dec 5, 2025
Debra Lynn Detweiler, 66, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025 at Abington Hospital.She was born in Sellersville to the late Wallace Detweiler and Arlene (Zepp) Kernan, wife of Dennis Kernan of Quakertown.She is also survived by her brother Gary Detweiler and wife Jane; nieces: Lisa Staub and Laura Dzugan; and great-nieces: Val and Mia.Services will be private at the...
Mary Louise Proffit
Dec 1, 2025
Mary Louise (Finkbeiner) Proffit, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on the morning of December 1, 2025, at the age of 76. Born in Pennsylvania, MaryLou was the cherished daughter of the late Benjamin and Mary (Zappas) Finkbeiner.
She married David Eugene Proffit, with whom she shared 52 years of marriage until his passing earlier this year. Together,...
Beth L. Buck
Nov 30, 2025
Beth Lynn (Miller) Buck, of Hereford, PA, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Allentown, PA, she was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, leaving behind a lasting legacy of love and dedication to her family.
A graduate of Southern Lehigh High School, Beth began her professional journey working at Rodale, Inc. She cherished her...
Diane Schwenk
Nov 29, 2025
Diane (Schaffer) Schwenk, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the age of 77.
Diane was married to the love of her life, Robert P. Schwenk, for 54 joyful years until his passing in 2022. Their bond was unbreakable, and she devoted herself to caring for him until his last breath. Together, they...
LaMar C. Benner
Nov 27, 2025
LaMar Benner, 83, of East Greenville, passed away, Thursday, November 27, 2025 at his home. He was the son of the late Claude and Stella (Laskoski) Benner and shared 55 beautiful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Doris (Hess) Benner, who predeceased him in 2019.
LaMar was a graduate of Upper Perk High School and embarked on a fulfilling career,...
Richard D. Nelson
Nov 27, 2025
Richard D. Nelson, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully with wife Cindy and son Erik by his side on November 27, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Mansfield, OH, to the late Raymond and Rachel (Sparks) Nelson, Richard spent his early years forging the qualities that would define him: a passion for sports, an unwavering...
Paul L. Dise
Nov 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul L. Dise, who left us peacefully on November 27, 2025, at the age of 93. He was the widower of the late Glenna T. Dise, with whom he shared 65 years of marriage until her passing.
Born on September 28, 1932, in Lower Frederick, PA, he was a son...
Judith Mae Hillegass
Nov 16, 2025
Judith Mae Hillegass, 85, formerly of East Greenville, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Princeton Medical Lodge in Princeton, TX where she had been residing. She was the daughter of the late Martin and Dolores (Yostin) Levengood.
A 1957 graduate of Schwenksville High School, Judith devoted her entire career to Harleysville Insurance Company, holding a variety of positions until...
Thomas D. Bucher, Sr.
Nov 16, 2025
Thomas D. Bucher, Sr., 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 16, 2025, just two days shy of his 84th birthday. Born in Sellersville, to the late Jacob Bucher and Grace (Shisler) Kenworthy, Tom filled the lives of those around him with laughter and love.
A 1959 graduate of Souderton High School, Tom dedicated his career to being a...
Terry Berryman
Nov 16, 2025
Terry Berryman, 63, of Allentown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 16, 2025, surrounded by his family at Cedarbrook Allentown Senior Care & Rehab, following years of declining health.
Born in Sellersville on August 2, 1963, Terry was the son of the late William J. and Betty E. (Krause) Berryman. He grew up in the area and graduated from Upper Perkiomen...
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